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Keith Dow shares an overview of the 2014 Summer Institute on Theology and Disability, highlighting diverse speakers and rich discussions. He emphasises the resources now available online for wider access and learning. The post points readers toward future events that continue fostering community and understanding in faith and disability.
The 2014 Summer Institute on Theology and Disability, sponsored by the Bethesda Institute, ran from June 16th-20th at the Perkins School of Theology at Southern Methodist University. The days were full, with a wide variety of speakers on diverse topics. We are already looking forward to the 2015 Institute, which will be held in Atlanta, GA from May 26-30th 2015. You can receive future updates by liking the facebook page.
Access to 2014 Videos and Resources
All of the videos and resources from the 2014 Institute are now available online, and you can watch the presentations here.
This document contains a list of all of the recorded sessions or you can see photos of the Institute here.
Memorable Speakers from the Institute
Some of the highlights for me included Judith Snow:
Jaime Clark-Soles on “Disability and the Johannine Literature”
Erik Carter on “The Other Six Days”:
And Stanley Hauerwas:
About the Author:
Keith Dow:
Keith Dow, PhD, is a theologian, writer, and credentialed pastor with BIC Canada, serving as Director of Culture and Mission Alignment with Karis Disability Services. His work explores disability theology, Christian caregiving, spiritual life, and the gifts of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. He is the author of Formed Together: Mystery, Narrative, and Virtue in Christian Caregiving (Baylor University Press, 2021) and the researcher behind Images of God. His latest peer-reviewed article is “Imaging God Together.” Keith recently completed a term as president of the AAIDD Religion & Spirituality Interest Network. Explore his writing and research at keithdow.com.
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Keith Dow shares an overview of the 2014 Summer Institute on Theology and Disability, highlighting diverse speakers and rich discussions. He emphasises the resources now available online for wider access and learning. The post points readers toward future events that continue fostering community and understanding in faith and disability.
The 2014 Summer Institute on Theology and Disability, sponsored by the Bethesda Institute, ran from June 16th-20th at the Perkins School of Theology at Southern Methodist University. The days were full, with a wide variety of speakers on diverse topics. We are already looking forward to the 2015 Institute, which will be held in Atlanta, GA from May 26-30th 2015. You can receive future updates by liking the facebook page.
Access to 2014 Videos and Resources
All of the videos and resources from the 2014 Institute are now available online, and you can watch the presentations here.
This document contains a list of all of the recorded sessions or you can see photos of the Institute here.
Memorable Speakers from the Institute
Some of the highlights for me included Judith Snow:
Jaime Clark-Soles on “Disability and the Johannine Literature”
Erik Carter on “The Other Six Days”:
And Stanley Hauerwas:
